If you’re craving something sweet but still want to keep things on the healthier side, these no-bake chocolate almond treats are a great option. They use basic ingredients you may …
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Nurse who beat hard-to-treat cancer says she stayed strong by thinking of herself as a ‘survivor’
by myphillyconnection 58 viewsZipporah Washington was in a nursing program last winter when she began experiencing stabbing pains in her chest and breathing difficulties. At first, doctors thought Washington had a cyst in …
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When the temperature drops, a warm bowl of chili always hits the spot. This version keeps things light without losing any of the comfort. Made with lean ground turkey, fiber-filled …
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Radiation may be unnecessary as an early-stage breast cancer treatment
by myphillyconnection 56 viewsMore than half of breast cancer patients receive radiation as part of their treatment, but it may not help those with early-stage cancer, new research shows. Women who received a …
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Common dry cleaning chemical increases risk of liver cancer, study confirms
by myphillyconnection 52 viewsNew research confirms the link between a chemical commonly used in dry cleaning and cancer – although dry cleaners still have nine years to phase it out. Perchloroethylene, also known …
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Hormone therapy treatments for menopause no longer will carry warnings on heart disease, cancer
by myphillyconnection 67 viewsThe black box warnings on hormone treatments prescribed to treat menopause will be removed in an effort to encourage their use, U.S. health officials said Monday. The Food and Drug …
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ByHeart expands baby formula recall amid botulism outbreak that has sickened 15 infants
by myphillyconnection 53 viewsFifteen infants, including one in Pennsylvania and one in New Jersey, have ben hospitalized during a botulism outbreak linked to ByHeart Whole Nutrition Infant Formula. ByHeart voluntarily recalled all of …
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Adopting a vegan lifestyle can be both rewarding and challenging. While only about one percent of Americans are vegan, many more are curious about plant-based eating and the potential benefits …
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1 in 8 young Americans use ChatGPT or other AI bots for mental health issues
by myphillyconnection 76 viewsMillions of young people in the U.S. are using AI chatbots to address mental health issues Researchers found about 1 in 8 adolescents and young adults are turning to ChatGPT, …
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Back pain during pregnancy is often dismissed as a passing discomfort, but it should be taken seriously
by myphillyconnection 81 viewsAbout half to three-quarters of expectant mothers experience pain during pregnancy that is largely untreated, contributing to preventable suffering and harm. Many mothers avoid medications and treatments during pregnancy for …